{"id":148,"date":"2021-04-19T18:24:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-19T18:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.riverridgesmiles.com\/blog\/?p=148"},"modified":"2021-05-07T18:25:03","modified_gmt":"2021-05-07T18:25:03","slug":"4-things-you-should-know-before-getting-nitrous-oxide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.riverridgesmiles.com\/blog\/4-things-you-should-know-before-getting-nitrous-oxide\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Things You Should Know Before Getting Nitrous Oxide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"196\" src=\"https:\/\/www.riverridgesmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/AdobeStock_251385424__1620392822_86638-300x196.jpg\" alt=\"Man relaxing while using nitrous oxide sedation\" class=\"wp-image-149\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.riverridgesmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/AdobeStock_251385424__1620392822_86638-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.riverridgesmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/AdobeStock_251385424__1620392822_86638-768x502.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.riverridgesmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/AdobeStock_251385424__1620392822_86638.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you nervous about an upcoming dental visit? Maybe you just want to be able to relax during your appointment? Nitrous oxide, better known as \u201claughing gas,\u201d is an easy, noninvasive way to enjoy mild sedation. However, if you\u2019re considering this type of sedation, you\u2019re probably wondering what to expect. Read on to learn about the 4 most important things to know before you get nitrous oxide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1. Nitrous Oxide is Called \u201cLaughing Gas\u201d for a Reason<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nitrous oxide is a gas that is mixed with oxygen and administered through a comfortable mask to keep you relaxed during your dental care. Unlike general anesthesia, nitrous oxide doesn\u2019t put you to sleep. Instead, you\u2019ll feel light, happy, and even giddy. You will have some general numbness and slight lightheadedness, and this funny feeling may even cause you to laugh for no reason. Who knew that you could have so much fun at the dentist\u2019s office?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2. This Type of Sedation is Easy to Administer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike IV sedation that requires a prick in the arm, nitrous oxide is administered through a comfortable, small nasal mask. One of the major benefits of nitrous oxide is that it\u2019s simple to adjust throughout your appointment, allowing your dentist to control the level of<a href=\"https:\/\/www.riverridgesmiles.com\/sedation-dentistry.html\"> sedation<\/a> based on your specific needs. Just breathe normally and you will begin to feel the effects almost immediately. Once you take the mask off, the effects of sedation will disappear within minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3. Laughing Gas has Been Used for Centuries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nitrous oxide was first discovered in 1793 by an English scientist named Joseph Priestly, and it has been used for over 200 years since! Today, it\u2019s still one of the most commonly used anesthetics because of its mild yet effective results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4. Nitrous Oxide Comes with Numerous Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dentists love using nitrous oxide because of its fast-acting results and controllability. Additionally, it\u2019s incredibly safe for the heart, brain, liver, lungs, and kidneys, which is why nitrous oxide can be used for patients of all ages. Younger patients, or those with disabilities, tend to have anxiety and fear of the dentist. However, this simple relaxation method will help your loved ones feel happy and comfortable. Best of all, it allows you to enjoy worry-free dentistry during all types of dental appointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you ready to experience the advantages of nitrous oxide? Ask your dentist about this form of sedation to overcome your nerves and make dental visits fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet the Dentists<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. W. Keith deJong and Dr. Kerry T. Plaisance, Jr. combine their decades of experience to offer a wide range of dental services. They understand that many River Ridge patients are affected by dental anxiety, which is why they offer sedation options like nitrous oxide. For any questions, they can be contacted through their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.riverridgesmiles.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or by phone at (504) 738-5171.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you nervous about an upcoming dental visit? Maybe you just want to be able to relax during your appointment? Nitrous oxide, better known as \u201claughing gas,\u201d is an easy, noninvasive way to enjoy mild sedation. However, if you\u2019re considering this type of sedation, you\u2019re probably wondering what to expect. 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